Licensed Practical Nurse - SHRC Ashby

Northeast Recovery • Ashby, MA

10d • $30 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Spring Hill Recovery Center is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse at its facility in Ashby, Massachusetts. Under the guidance of the Nursing Supervisor, the LPN provides nursing care to clients based on their individualized needs, including clients enrolled in the outpatient treatment program. The nurse observes and evaluates clients’ physical and emotional status, assesses medical issues, and takes appropriate action when necessary. The role includes preparing and monitoring medications and treatments, documenting required information in the EMR system, and following safety and infection-control procedures. The LPN coordinates care with the staff physician and clinical team and contributes to individualized treatment plans with the multidisciplinary team.

The position is listed as full-time or part-time, with a salary range of $30.00–$34.00 per hour and a stated rate of $34.00 per hour. Schedules are available for days or nights; the job shift is listed as any.

The employer describes an environment intended to support professional growth and advancement and a healthy balance between work and personal life. It recognizes and rewards hard work by promoting from within when possible.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience as a staff nurse.
• Current Massachusetts LPN license.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures for alcohol and/or drug overdose, including First Aid, CPR, and Narcan administration.
• Excellent communication, observation, and written skills.
• Ability to lift or push 20 pounds or more.
• Ability to stand and/or move throughout a large portion of the shift.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with substance use disorder (SUD) patients.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Observe and evaluate clients’ physical and emotional status and take immediate action when necessary.
• Prepare and monitor medications and treatments.
• Document required information, including medications and dosage, in the EMR system.
• Perform nursing responsibilities in accordance with prescribed safety and infection-control procedures.
• Provide nursing care to clients enrolled in the outpatient treatment program.
• Assess clients’ medical issues and take appropriate action as needed.
• Assist with and coordinate nursing care with the staff MD and clinical team.
• Work with the multidisciplinary team on individualized treatment plans.

Benefits

• The employer describes opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• The employer describes support for a healthy balance between work and personal life.
• The employer recognizes and rewards hard work by promoting from within when possible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree